May 2009
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FBC Informer – May 2009
Table of Contents
Spiritual Transformation Journey Updates
CBF Global Missions Offering
Children’s Choir Program
Vacation Bible School
Thank You
Congratulations, Graduates
Calendar
Worshipping God
Growing Together
Serving Others
“Spiritual Transformation Journey” Retreat
On April 24-25, members of our Spiritual Transformation Journey Initiating Leadership Team (pictured above) attended our first cluster retreat at Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond. Led by congregational coach Bill Moore, we joined the leadership teams from West End Baptist in Suffolk and Patterson Ave. Baptist in Richmond to learn more about what this “Spiritual Transformation Journey” is all about.
Here’s what we learned:
This is a spiritual journey to rekindle our first love for God.
We lose our passion for God when we become distracted by the “noise” and the busyness of our everyday lives.
The way to rekindle our love for God is to concentrate less on doing things for God and to focus more on being with God, communing with Jesus and abiding in God’s Spirit.
We commune with God through prayer, Bible reading, silence and meditation as individuals and as a community.
When we center ourselves in God and in Christ, we have a better chance to hear and discern what God wants us to be and to do.
When the whole church embarks on this journey, our church’s spiritual life will be transformed and we will gain a clearer vision of what God wants us to be and to do as a church.
God is already at work in leading Farmville Baptist into His preferred future. We just have to be still, and listen, and then follow!
On the journey – Michael
ANNOUNCEMENTS
“What I Think This Spiritual Journey Is About”
Here are some thoughts from our Initiating Leadership Team members regarding what they think this spiritual journey is about.
“The retreat was a heart-opening experience that helped me understand God’s desire for a closer relationship with me. I grew spiritually and I am excited about my future and Farmville Baptist Church’s future. The spirit of our church is alive and the adventure that we are about to take with one another will certainly honor every member that blessed our church before us. I am excited to seek God’s will by being still and just ‘being” in God’s presence.” – Crystal Cupp
“In the Sunday School text for April 26 (Acts 9:40), before Peter raised Tabitha from the dead, he knelt and prayed. The spiritual transformation journey that Farmville Baptist has now begun urges our entire congregation to PRAY FIRST and then see what God leads us to DO. We were reminded throughout the weekend retreat that in order to hear from God, we have to be still and listen. Transformation will commence when we first seek God’s will.” – Ken Copeland
“‘Be still . . . and know that I am God.’ Once we can establish and embrace a church-wide journey together, only then can we maximize Christ’s impact on our community.” – Don Kyper
“At the retreat, I realized that we must fully accept that Jesus lives in us and just as he did when he was here on Earth, we must continue to seek effective ways to bring all people closer to God. I learned that we all can be prophets if we live our lives secure in the faith that we are doing God’s will. I look forward to forming my prayer triplet so that I can share with them what I experienced initially on this transformation journey and hopefully be able to benefit from their commitment to the transformation process. And I ask God to let our prayers rise like incense and give us the ability to inspire this congregation, so that as a church we may implement his will with boldness and confidence.” – John Slade
“I feel that the journey on which we are about to embark, as a congregation, is going to be a very uplifting experience. It will be a journey on which we will not only grow closer to God but closer to each other. As we turn the planning of our mission completely over to God, our vision will clear, our bearings will be sharper and our hearts happier. Excitement grows . . . let’s get started!” – Doris Weaver
“The word ‘journey’ can be synonymous with adventure, exploration, and expedition. These three words have connotations that convey how I feel about being on this spiritual journey. This adventure is exciting. The exploration is inside each and every one of us. The expedition is progress toward fulfilling our role in the Kingdom of God. The journey has commenced.” – Elizabeth Whiley
Spiritual Transformation Journey “Prayer Triplets” to Form
Prayer is at the heart of our Spiritual Transformation Journey. In the coming weeks, under the guidance of the Initiating Leadership Team, we will organize at least seven small prayer groups. Each group will have three participants who have signed a “No-Exit” covenant, committing to meet 10 times over approximately 100 days for about 100 minutes each time. In each meeting of these “prayer triplets,” there will be a prayer guide to direct Bible reading, silence and meditation, sharing and prayer for one another. Participants will also be asked to keep a journal to record significant discussions, experiences, learning, and discernments during those meetings and in their private time with God.
Learn more about these prayer triplets by visiting our blog post.
If you are interested in participating in a prayer triplet, please contact the church office at 392-5041.
CBF Offering for GLOBAL MISSIONS
During the month of April, we had our missions emphasis month and we promoted our CBF Global Missions Offering with a goal of $1,000.00. As of Sunday, April 26, we raised $581.00. Many thanks to those who contributed to this offering. To those who have not yet made a contribution, we invite you to help us make our goal!
Children’s Choir Program, May 13
The Children’s Choir will present the musical “Born to Worship” on Wednesday night, May 13, 6:45 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Journey with the characters of the musical as they learn to use their gifts of sports, dance, art, drama and singing to worship God.
Vacation Bible School, June 14-18, 2009
Our “Crocodile Dock” VBS is coming soon, so start saving these dates on your calendar now! Please contact our VBS directors, Crystal Cupp or Sandy East (392-4678) if you can help!
THANK YOU
I extend my deepest appreciation to the members of Farmville Baptist Church who sent prayer cards, condolence cards, and telephoned during the illness of my sister-in-law, Peggy Blair. Your prayers and other ways of support have helped to sustain me during this sad time.
In Christian Love, Rebecca Kelly
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Thank you so very much for the outpouring of love and comfort to us in our loss. I’m sure God and Paul were smiling as they watched you live out your Christian spirit. The beautiful wreath of yellow roses is a symbol of your love and support for us.
Love, Peggy Cave & family
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Thank you all for the many cards I have received. Thank you most of all for your many prayers for me during my accident and recovery. I am doing well and improving every day. I am very blessed! I will be able to return to my job at the Woodland on May 1st. May God bless each and everyone of you!
Lisa Duffie, LPN
CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations to Our High School Graduates!
Congratulations to these following students on their upcoming graduation this May!
Sarah Cave-from the Fuqua School. Sarah will be attending Longwood University and plans to major in Music Education.
Liz Chassey-from Prince Edward County High School. Liz will be attending Longwood University and plans to major in English Education.
CALENDAR
May 2 Children & Youth “Popsicle Give Away” Fundraiser at Heart of Virginia Festival, 10:00 a.m.
May 3 Deacons’ Mtg., 8:30 a.m.
…………………Jail Ministry, 9:00 a.m.
May 8-9 Youth 30-Hour Famine @ Heritage Baptist, 6:00 p.m.
May 11 Mission & Outreach Committee Mtg., 5:45 p.m.
May 13 Children’s Choir Program, 6:45 p.m.
May 17 Church Council, 8:30 a.m.
May 18 Newsletter Articles Due
May 21 Last Day of Preschool
May 23 “Reclaiming Our Life” Ministries Mtg., 12 p.m.
May 25 Memorial Day-Church Office Closed
May 27-31 Michael Away
May 28 Ladies Night Out @ Janet Moore’s
WORSHIPPING GOD
Worship Services in May
5/3 “A Shepherding Love” – John 10:11-18; 1 John 3:16-24
5/10 “An Abiding Love” – John 15:1-8; 1 John 4:7-21
5/17 “An Obedient Love” – John 15:9-17; 1 John 5:1-6
5/24 “Guided by Prayer” – Acts 1:15-17, 21-26
5/31 Pentecost Sunday – Jay Lynn to preach
Easter Lilies
Given in Memory of:
Paul Cave by Mark, Gail, Michelle, Sarah & Charlotte Cave
Mary Ann Chappell by Kim & Sandy Yeatts
Frederick Garrett, Sr. by Gene & Patsy Watson
Pat Layer by Kathryn Copeland
Dr. & Mrs. S. C. Patteson by Beverley Anne Klein & family
John G. “Pat” Patteson by Ruth Patteson
Isaac David and Rachel Catherine Schmidt by David & Farrah Schmidt
Percy “Dewey” Shumaker by Dot Shumaker
Ruby M. & Ernest J. Stombock by Margaret & Bill Stombock
W. A. Watson, III by Gene & Patsy Watson
Given In Honor Of:
Ernestine Garrett by Gene & Patsy Watson
Betty Watson by Gene & Patsy Watson
Charles “Chuck” Krohn by Don Kyper
Sunday Schedule for Children’s Church Workers
May 3
Toddlers/Cribs:………….. Need Volunteer
Toddlers: ………………….. Lucille Holman
Children’s Worship:…….. Charlotte Cave
May 10
Toddlers/Cribs:…………..Debbie & Chuck Daniel
Toddlers:………………….. Lucille
Children’s Worship:……. Patti Trent
May 17
Toddlers/Cribs:…………Need Volunteer
Toddlers:………………….Lucille Holman
Children’s Missions:…… Edith Ann & Katherine Austin
May 24
Toddlers/Cribs: …………Katrina & Tori Dunn
Toddlers: ………………….Lucille Holman
Children’s Worship:……..Beth Cheuk
May 31
Toddlers/Cribs:………….Need Volunteer
Toddlers:………………… Lucille Holman
Children’s Worship:…….Cindy Landrum
GROWING TOGETHER
Stewardship Report
Budget Needs through April 30………………………………..$ 84,499.98
Budget Disbursements through April 30…………………….$ 69,633.79
Budget Receipts through April 30……………………………..$ 66,735.04
Children & Youth Camp Fundraisers
Belk Charity Day Tickets on Sale
Our youth and children will be selling $5 tickets for Belk’s Charity Day, on May 2, 6 to 10 a.m. On that morning, tickets holders can shop at Belk’s and receive a $5 credit as well as special discounts on merchandise. All the money from the advance sale of the tickets will go toward helping our children and youth attend Passport camp this summer. Contact a youth or a child to purchase a ticket.
Heart of Virginia Festival, May 2
Our children and youth will have a booth in front of the church from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to “give away” popsicles in exchange for a donation. If you would like to donate popsicles or other frozen treats for this cause, bring donations to the church and put them in the freezer by Friday, May 1.
Youth “No Holds Barred” Meetings
May 3 6 to 7 p.m., at Jewel Moore, 604 First Ave., 392-9519.
May 10 NO youth meeting, Mother’s Day.
May 17 6 to 7 p.m., at Lindsey Davis, 8660 Five Forks Rd.
May 24 NO youth meeting, Memorial Day holiday.
May 31 6 to 7 p.m., at the Caves, 1415 Sheppards Rd.
Youth 30-Hour Famine, May 8-9
Heritage Baptist Church is hosting a youth 30-Hour Famine starting at 6 p.m. Friday, May 8 and ending on Saturday, May 9 at 7 p.m. During these 30 hours, our youth will not eat (water and juice will be provided) as a way to express their solidarity with the hungry in our world. They will also raise money for hunger and do service projects to help our community. If you’re interested in participating, please contact Michael right away! For more information, please visit http://www.30hourfamine.org/portal/index.html.
Women’s Divorce/Separation Support Group
Several women from our congregation who have experienced divorce or separation are meeting every other Saturday morning to support one another. If you are interested in joining this group, please contact Michael Cheuk.
Ladies’ Night Out
Tuesday, May 28 6:00 p.m. at Janet Moore’s
On Thursday, May 28, at 6:00 p.m., our ladies are invited to the home of Janet Moore, 604 First Ave., for a meal and fellowship. Please RSVP with Janet (392-6727) if you’re planning on attending.
Wednesday Night Schedule
5:45 to 6:30 Wednesday Night Supper
6:15 to 6:45 Children’s Choir, led by Gail Cave
6:45 to 7:30 “Bible Blitz,” for children
6:30 to 7:15 Adult Discipleship Study in the Fellowship Hall
6:30 to 7:30 Bell Choir Rehearsal
7:15 to 7:30 Prayer Meeting in the Fellowship Hall
7:30 to 8:30 Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
Menus for May
COST: Adults & Children 12 and older-$5.00; Children 3 through 11-$2.00; Children 2 & under-free. Family limit: $14.00.
Please make your reservations by Monday noon.
May 6
Hamburger & Hot Dogs, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Potato Chips, Tossed Salad and Jello.
Children’s menu: Same
May 13
Pork Chops & Gravy, Green Beans, Fried Apples, Tossed Salad, Rolls and Cookies.
Children’s menu: Same
May 20
Breakfast Food: Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Hash Browns, Biscuits and Donuts.
Children’s menu: Same
After May 20, we will take a summer break and will restart in the fall.
Wednesday Night Program, 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.
Below are our final three Wednesday Night programs. After May 20, we will take a summer break and will restart in the fall.
May 6: Kerby Moore, “Financial Planning in Tough Economic Times”
May 13: Children’s Musical at 6:45 p.m. in the Sanctuary
May 20: Spiritual Transformation Journey Update & Report
SERVING OTHERS
Adopt-a-Highway Clean Up, Saturday, May 9
Come join us for breakfast at Country Cookin’ at 8:30 a.m., or meet us on W. Third Street at Tom’s Country Store at 9:30 a.m. Dress for the weather and bring gloves as we clean that part of the highway.
NOMINATING COMMITTEE to Begin Its Work
Our Nominating Committee for 2009-2010 will begin its work soon to connect people to the work and ministry of Farmville Baptist through our committees. If you feel that God may be leading you to serve in a committee, please contact Michael or Kathy at the church office to let them know. They will pass that on to the Nominating Committee, which will take into account your desire to serve during their deliberation process. Please visit our website for a list of committees:
http://www.farmvillebaptist.org/2009/04/serving-at-farmville-baptist/.
“Reclaiming Our Life Ministries”
Starting May 23, Farmville Baptist is opening our Fellowship Hall to allow a new ministry called “Reclaiming Our Life Ministries” to meet there every fourth Saturday of each month. This is a ministry headed by Pamela LaRue (223-7815) to help single women and mothers develop life skills that will lead to economic and financial independence.
BIRTHDAYS
May 4
Newman, Allison
May 6
Jones, Christopher
May 8
Wood, Gayle
May 10
Allen, Trey
Johnson, Billy
McChristian,Virginia
May 11
Cheuk, Michael
Yeatts, Cecil
May 15
Lewis, Linda
Lineweaver, Jamie
Norman, Pearl
May 16
Noel, Sarah Anne
May 18
Cave, Charlotte
Cheuk, Thea
May 19
Chassey, Mary Jo
Klein, B.A.
May 21
Coleman, Susan
Tolley, Peyton
May 24
Loan, Gladys
May 26
Terry, Parker
May 27
Copeland, Ken
May 28
Raymond, Joseph
Stombock, Margaret Ann
May 29
Lehman, Iris
May 30
Carter, George
Chassey, Russell
Wingo, John
Upcoming Events
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